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Hawk’s Cry (Satan’s Devils MC Second Generation #2) by Manda Mellett – Review by Michelle King

Hawk's Cry (Satan's Devils MC Second Generation #2)Hawk’s Cry by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Once again, Manda Mellett grips you by the heart strings with this second story in Satan’s Devils MC Second Generation series! I highly recommend reading the first book in this series prior to this one…and reading the first series prior to that…to get the full story and details on all the characters you’ll be reading about.

Have you ever felt lost? Like you were supposed to be doing something else with your life? I think we are all kind of directed down a path in life starting with what we learn from our parents as young children. It’s what we know, what is expected of us. Being in an MC must be an even stronger influence. The expectations even higher than in a normal family. Imagine living that life and having everything you ever thought you wanted, being the VP, having you lifelong friend and lover at your side, and having a baby on the way, and suddenly questioning it all. This is Hawk’s story. And it is a powerfully emotional one!

These people have become like family to me reading though this series and I care deeply about what happens to each of them. I went on a journey with Eli (Hawk) and Liv and definitely felt every page. The Satan’s Devils never let me down and this book is no exception! Manda Mellett has quickly become one of my favorite authors and I am constantly left wanting more after each book!

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Rise (The Larussio Legacy Book 2) by Via Mari – Review by Michelle King

Rise (The Larussio Legacy, #2)Rise by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Are you looking for a hot and steamy, romantic suspense thrill ride full of alpha male mafia men, sexy as sin bodyguards, and tons of action? Via Mari delivers all of this and more in Rise, book 2 in the Larussio Legacy series. I highly recommend you read the first book in this series before starting this one. Honestly, just go ahead and start with the Prestian series, continue to the Torzial Affair series, and throw in the Billionaire Bodyguards while you’re at it. They all tie in together in some way and give you a full complete picture of all the characters and their lives. Don’t get me wrong though. Each series is its own. It is just my recommendation that you read them all because they are all fantastic!

Every single one of her books has been outstanding and Rise does not disappoint! The action begins in chapter one and does not stop! There are twists and turns you will not see coming. And the sexy bits are oh…so…steamy! I’m an Italian. Where can I find myself A Gio? Rise will leave you wanting more and I am looking forward to the next book in the series!

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Devil’s Spawn (Satan’s Devils MC Colorado Chapter #6) by Manda Mellett – Review by Michelle King

Devil's Spawn (Satan's Devils MC Colorado Chapter #6)Devil’s Spawn by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Every book in this series just gets better and better! The Satan’s Devils just enthrall me! Hot, sexy bikers with heart that put family above all, even if that family isn’t blood. What more can you ask for??? You can’t help but fall for them!

Lizard has been a biker for 10 years. 100% all in. Loves the life. Confirmed bachelor. Can’t imagine living any other way. Mace is pretty much the same. No way is he ever settling down. Can anyone change them or is it true that people don’t change? What happens when you find out everything you believed to be true really wasn’t?
Shayla is on the run…with a property of patch on her back. She walks in to Devil’s Ink to see about getting it covered and draws the suspicion of Liz and Mace. Vanna shows up at the compound, son in tow, looking for her husband…who has no idea who she is!

This book will suck you in and have your emotions all over the place! This book has everything. It’s action packed, suspenseful, full of angst, has characters that will make you laugh and cry and yes, you will love the sexy bits too!

I can’t recommend this series enough! You can read these as stand alones but I would highly suggest reading them in order to get the full effect. These characters feel like family…and I really want to join their MC!

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Rockin’ It Home: a Lawson Family Novel by Tracey Cramer-Kelly – Review by Michelle King

Rockin' It Home (Lawson Family #3)Rockin’ It Home by Tracey Cramer-Kelly
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

After reading book 2 in this series, I couldn’t wait to get my hands on Ben’s story! It most certainly did not disappoint! Ben Lawson is absolutely delicious! Hometown boy turns super sexy rock star. Sounds like just my type! But there is so much more to him than that, both good and bad. In an effort to try to keep him under control, his label hires Dani as his personal assistant. While this is definitely not her job of choice, she needs the money so she accepts the position.

Ben and Dani’s story has so many ups and downs! My emotions were running all over the place non-stop! You’ll find a bit of everything here. Friendship, family, fun, heartbreak, sex, drugs, and rock and roll. Romance, faith, and just all the feels!

What this author does is write stories that move you. She writes characters that you can relate to and makes it feel like they are your friends and family. This is a series you can completely lose yourself in. If you haven’t started this series yet, you’re definitely going to want to start! I just finished this and already wish I had the next book! Looking forward to Carly’s story up next.

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Mountains Series Boxed Set:(Books 1-3) By Phoebe Alexander – Review by Michelle King

Mountains Series Boxed Set: (Books 1-3)Mountains Series Boxed Set: by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is such a great series! The box set is a perfect way to get your James and Sarah fix! I am listing my reviews for each book in the series and I hope you will grab this set and fall in love with these characters as much as I have!

Book 1 – Mountains Wanted

How do I start? Can I just say I seriously would love to throat punch Phoebe Alexander right now??? LOL! I won’t tell you much about the book because you can read the blurb and find out what it’s about. What I will tell you is how it made me feel. This book absolutely crushed me emotionally! I kept having to put the book down the closer I got to the end because I was crying so hard I couldn’t see the pages anymore!

When I started this book I thought it was really good…hot, steamy, sexy…everything I love in a good romance. I loved learning about Sarah and really connected with her and her views on relationships throughout this book. The way she handles her children and their questions was so impressive. I was totally invested in them early on. So I’m reading and getting somewhat frustrated with her and her choices as the story proceeds. Well…by the time I was about three quarters of the way through, I was done for! Sarah’s emotions hit me so hard! I was torn up from that point to the very last page! Then I cried for about an hour after I finished!

This book was so good and I honestly can’t recommend it enough! And while it does end, it is somewhat of a cliff hanger that will have you screaming for the next book in the series! You will fall in love with all of the characters in this story. Smile, cheer, and laugh with them. Sob, hurt, and ugly cry with them. Well done Ms. Alexander! 5 stars and then some!

Book 2 – Mountains Climbed

Once again, Ms. Alexander has me by the heart strings! This is the second book in the Mountains Series and I am absolutely hooked! Sarah is one exceptional lady in my opinion! She is so open and loving and accepting. Everything I try to be but probably fall way short the majority of the time. I love how she deals with her children in an open and honest manor. Something I once again try to do but don’t always succeed at.

In this second book, James has been deployed, leaving Maggie at home, and Sarah has met someone else and is trying her best to move on and heal her broken heart. They can’t seem to forget one another though, no matter how hard they try. As in my review of Mountains Wanted, the first book in this series, I can’t tell you much about what happens in this story. You truly need to read it to experience the full range of emotions these stories take you through.

This series is emotional, touching, heartbreaking, and heartwarming. You can’t help but fall in love with these characters and their stories. Well, except for Maggie maybe. She’s a bit too closed minded and judgmental for me! LOL! I can’t wait to read the next book in James and Sarah’s story! This author truly knows how to take you along on a journey!

Book 3 – Mountains Loved

This is the third book in the Mountains series and I highly recommend reading them in order. This is a continuation of James and Sarah’s story and you won’t want to miss a thing! Once again, Ms. Alexander takes you on an emotional rollercoaster that you won’t soon forget. This is a thought provoking journey with wonderfully written characters and scenes. My heart is still feeling it, even after finishing the book!

I have honestly grown to love Sarah and her family and friends. So this story had me feeling a bit disconnected from Sarah on several occasions. I guess I have gotten so involved with their lives that I was truly angry at her for some of her decisions in this one! She shows a vulnerability that I didn’t expect and it upset me at times! Just like her family and friends, I guess I saw her as Superwoman and wanted her to always be that strong woman who never second guessed herself. We truly see how human she is in this story. James will have you frustrated beyond belief throughout this one! I was at a point where I really wanted to kick him to the curb!

I don’t want to say much more because I don’t want to give you and spoilers. Just know that you won’t regret reading this series if you like a great story that will open your mind and leave you with all the feels!

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Mountains Loved (Mountains Series #3) By Phoebe Alexander – Review by Michelle King

Mountains Loved (Mountains #3)Mountains Loved by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the third book in the Mountains series and I highly recommend reading them in order. This is a continuation of James and Sarah’s story and you won’t want to miss a thing! Once again, Ms. Alexander takes you on an emotional rollercoaster that you won’t soon forget. This is a thought provoking journey with wonderfully written characters and scenes. My heart is still feeling it, even after finishing the book!

I have honestly grown to love Sarah and her family and friends. So this story had me feeling a bit disconnected from Sarah on several occasions. I guess I have gotten so involved with their lives that I was truly angry at her for some of her decisions in this one! She shows a vulnerability that I didn’t expect and it upset me at times! Just like her family and friends, I guess I saw her as Superwoman and wanted her to always be that strong woman who never second guessed herself. We truly see how human she is in this story. James will have you frustrated beyond belief throughout this one! I was at a point where I really wanted to kick him to the curb!

I don’t want to say much more because I don’t want to give you and spoilers. Just know that you won’t regret reading this series if you like a great story that will open your mind and leave you with all the feels!

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Out Of The Shadows by Theresa Sederholt – Review by Michelle King

Out Of The ShadowsOut Of The Shadows by Theresa Sederholt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a story that everyone should read. I am a victim of domestic violence and I honestly never thought about it from the perspective of the male being the victim. This book really made me think about how that would look. Where would they go? Do they have the resources that are available to women? Who would believe them? And having children in that situation is a million times worse! I made it through this story unscathed…or so I thought. As soon as I read the last sentence and closed the book it all hit me. I balled like a baby! Getting to know Dane’s story deeply touched my soul.

This is a quick read that will not only make you think but will have you wanting to reach out and find ways to help. To see what your communities are lacking and what you can do about it. It will open your mind and touch your heart. Domestic violence and mental illness are more common than you know. This story touches on some very serious scenarios that are at times difficult to read about but it is well worth it to read every word. Grab this one up. You will be glad you did!

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Brutal & Raw: Mafia Romance & Psychological Thriller (Beneventi Family Book 1) by Sonya Jesus – Review by Michelle King

Brutal & Raw (Beneventi Family, #1)Brutal & Raw by Sonya Jesus
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dark romance? Sign me up! I love a good dark romance! So I started reading this and after the first chapter I’m like “where’s the romance???” And this is way beyond dark…evil, gruesome, bloody, and I’m not sure what I’m reading! BUT – I keep reading and then I can’t STOP reading! I’m not sure what it says about me but I became totally invested in these characters!

My mother always told me I was attracted to guys who I thought needed to be fixed. I always see the good in people even when there isn’t any there. That is this book in a nutshell. I want to see the good…but there isn’t any there! Even if you think someone is good, they’re probably not!

There are so many twists and turns in this story and you’ll never see them coming! Trust me, you won’t be able to put this down and you’ll be left wanting more as soon as you finish the last page. But do prepare yourself to be swallowed up in the darkness that is Breaker Beneventi and 327 along with all the others you will meet between these pages!

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Mountains Climbed (Mountains Series #2) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Michelle King

Mountains Climbed (Mountains, #2)Mountains Climbed by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Once again, Ms. Alexander has me by the heart strings! This is the second book in the Mountains Series and I am absolutely hooked! Sarah is one exceptional lady in my opinion! She is so open and loving and accepting. Everything I try to be but probably fall way short the majority of the time. I love how she deals with her children in an open and honest manor. Something I once again try to do but don’t always succeed at.

In this second book, James has been deployed, leaving Maggie at home, and Sarah has met someone else and is trying her best to move on and heal her broken heart. They can’t seem to forget one another though, no matter how hard they try. As in my review of Mountains Wanted, the first book in this series, I can’t tell you much about what happens in this story. You truly need to read it to experience the full range of emotions these stories take you through.

This series is emotional, touching, heartbreaking, and heartwarming. You can’t help but fall in love with these characters and their stories. Well, except for Maggie maybe. She’s a bit too closed minded and judgmental for me! LOL! I can’t wait to read the next book in James and Sarah’s story! This author truly knows how to take you along on a journey!

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Scoring Chance: A Mile High Miners Novella by Lane Martin – Review by Michelle King

Scoring Chance : A Mile High Miners NovellaScoring Chance : A Mile High Miners Novella by Lane Martin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I absolutely adored this novella by Lane Martin! Who doesn’t love a well written sports romance??? It definitely left me wanting more! I loved getting to know Eden and Rhett. They are wonderful, well developed characters with a great bunch of supporting characters that make this short, steamy story feel like a full novel! I laughed, cried, and had all the feels while reading Scoring Chance. This was my first read by this author but it definitely will not be my last!

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Covert Threat (A Gray Ghost Novel, book 5) by Amy McKinley – Review by Michelle King

Covert Threat (Gray Ghost #5)Covert Threat by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Covert Threat is an intriguing, action packed, romantic suspense story that hooked me from the very first page! Amy McKinley never disappoints! If I see this author’s name, I know I’m going to love the book!

Jules is a scientist who is dedicated to her job. A serious workaholic. Her life consists of work, sleep, repeat, with an occasional outing for a drink with her friend Fran. One day she gets a strange message on her computer along with all sorts of other strange things happening around her.

Trev is a former Navy Seal who is hired to be Jules’ bodyguard. He’s gorgeous, built, smart, funny, and knows how he affects the opposite sex. Which is why he’s shocked that Jules seems to be able to resist his charms! Soon, they find out that Jules is in more trouble than first appeared. Can Trev figure out what’s going on and keep Jules safe all while trying to get her to see him as more than just a bodyguard?

This is book five in the Gray Ghost series but it can be read as a standalone. It contains a little bit of everything and will have your emotions all over the place! I highly recommend this story and all of Amy’s books! 5 stars!

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Jake Wolfe Series Bundle Box Set: (Books 1-2-3) Vigilante Justice Thriller Series by Mark Nolan – Review by Michelle King

Jake Wolfe Series Bundle Box Set (Jake Wolfe #1-3)Jake Wolfe Series Bundle Box Set by Mark Nolan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This interesting series is quite a bit different than the norm. It’s an action packed, suspenseful series about Jake Wolfe and his war dog Cody. I found Jake to be an exceptionally fun character. Someone I would love to have as a friend, or on my side if I was in trouble. And his dog Cody just made the story! I loved how the author wrote Cody’s point of view. While I will say, in my opinion, these were a bit longer than they needed to be due to some unnecessary filler, the bones of the stories and the characters themselves keep you interested enough to keep turning the pages. Give this one a chance and fall in love with Jake and Cody!

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Before the Second Show by Thia Finn – Review by Michelle King

Before the Second ShowBefore the Second Show by Thia Finn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is my first Thia Finn book but it definitely will not be my last! This was so well written! I was immediately drawn in and absolutely fell in love with Emmy and Alex! Well, maybe not so much with Alex but I definitely grew to love him! LOL!

Who doesn’t dream of meeting their rock star crush??? But what happens when you do meet them, more than once, and they don’t remember you at all? You’ve spent years between meetings pining away for a guy your 16 year old self fell in love with just to find out you meant nothing to them. Just a blip on their rocker radar! This is the life of Emmy. Now hardened to men. Even when she meets a great guy, she can’t totally fall because of how devastated she was by her past.

Alex, super hot, typical rocker…a life of sex, drugs, and rock and roll. Now he’s trying to get himself together and finds himself face to face with Emmy, who he still doesn’t remember but who he is completely drawn to. Problem now is not just that Emmy has hardened herself to him, but that she is now also taken!

This was such a great story! I loved following along through the lives of Emmy, Alex, and the rest of Alex’s band! 5 Stars for Before The Second Show! I am looking forward to more from this author!

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Mountains Wanted (Mountains Series #1) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Michelle King

Mountains Wanted (Mountains Series Book 1)Mountains Wanted by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

How do I start? Can I just say I seriously would love to throat punch Phoebe Alexander right now??? LOL! I won’t tell you much about the book because you can read the blurb and find out what it’s about. What I will tell you is how it made me feel. This book absolutely crushed me emotionally! I kept having to put the book down the closer I got to the end because I was crying so hard I couldn’t see the pages anymore!

When I started this book I thought it was really good…hot, steamy, sexy…everything I love in a good romance. I loved learning about Sarah and really connected with her and her views on relationships throughout this book. The way she handles her children and their questions was so impressive. I was totally invested in them early on. So I’m reading and getting somewhat frustrated with her and her choices as the story proceeds. Well…by the time I was about three quarters of the way through, I was done for! Sarah’s emotions hit me so hard! I was torn up from that point to the very last page! Then I cried for about an hour after I finished!

This book was so good and I honestly can’t recommend it enough! And while it does end, it is somewhat of a cliff hanger that will have you screaming for the next book in the series! You will fall in love with all of the characters in this story. Smile, cheer, and laugh with them. Sob, hurt, and ugly cry with them. Well done Ms. Alexander! 5 stars and then some!

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Ink’s Devil (Satan’s Devils MC Colorado Chapter #5) by Manda Mellett – Review by Michelle King

Ink's Devil: Satan's Devils MC (Colorado Chapter) #5Ink’s Devil: Satan’s Devils MC (Colorado Chapter) #5 by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am so glad I recently found this author! I am absolutely loving the Satan’s Devils MC series! I honestly feel like I’m a part of their MC family and I’m still getting to know all the characters! This story has so much everything!!!! Ink and Beth are just irresistible!

Ink is not and never will be a one woman type of guy. Beth isn’t the type to sleep around but when she see’s Ink, she wants him. One night only. She can do this. Accept what Ink’s willing to offer and have a great memory of a one night stand. Neither of them expected the undeniable connection found in that one chance encounter. When Ink is arrested for a crime he didn’t commit and Beth is the one who should be in jail, what is going to happen with their connection? What will the MC do?

This story gives you a bit of everything. Love, lust, friendship, family, mystery, suspense, and absolutely ALL the feels, and ALL the hot and sexy bits we all love in a great MC romance! If you love a great, well-written, MC romance then you need to read this series! 5 stars!

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Journeys Through SpaceTime (Journeys Through Book 1) by James Talisman – Review by Michelle King

Journeys Through SpaceTimeJourneys Through SpaceTime by James Talisman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Journeys Through SpaceTime is an exceptionally in-depth, complex story that takes you on a journey through multiple worlds and times. You get a clear, vivid picture of each world and of all the characters as you delve into this mysterious novel. I struggled with finding the connections at times, but thoroughly enjoyed reading about each of the characters separately and getting to know them and the fantastical worlds they lived in. I would honestly love to see this broken down into one book for each world, and then tie the worlds together in a final book! There is so much to learn about each world and the characters within that I think this would definitely be doable!

This is not a quick read. You need to allow yourself at least a week to travel on this journey in order to really grasp the concepts depicted and keep each world straight in your mind. You will probably want to read it more than once as there is a lot going on! Loads of action, mystery, deceit, magic, and an abundance of thought provoking narrative that will have your brain working overtime! While this is not normally my genre of choice, if you are a fan of sci-fi and multiverse theory, this one will definitely hold your interest from beginning to end! You can most definitely tell this author is very passionate about this subject matter!

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Broken by Love (The Full Circle Series) by MJ Masucci – Review by Michelle King

Broken by LoveBroken by Love by M.J. Masucci
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was the first book I’ve read by this author and I am definitely looking forward to more! This is a great second chance love story that truly gets you involved in the lives of the characters and makes you feel like you are right there with them. You feel what they’re feeling. Empathize with them. Yell at them. I may or may not have called Lexi stupid once or twice! LOL!

Lexi was engaged to JC when she was young. He continually cheated on her and she continually put up with it. He eventually breaks off their engagement…the thought that she would have actually gone through with it is reason enough for all my yelling at her while reading this book! Now, years later Lexi is happily engaged to Noah and starting a new job, looking forward to a new beginning, when she finds out the JC is her new boss! Not only is he her new boss…but he’s still in love with her, realizing that giving her up was the worst mistake of his life. Does she reciprocate his feelings? What about Noah? Find out the answers by diving in to the pages of this stellar love story!

This book brings out all the feels! You just can’t help caring about these characters and getting totally involved in their lives. It’s sexy, smart, frustrating, and joyful all at once. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and can’t wait for the next book in the series!

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BELOVED (21st Century Courtesan Book #3) by Pamela DuMond – Review by Michelle King

BELOVED (21st Century Courtesan, #3)BELOVED by Pamela DuMond
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first time I have read this author and I will definitely be reading more! The story Beloved is book 3 in the 21st Century Courtesan series and does end in a cliff hanger. I can’t wait to continue this series! I also will be going back and starting from the beginning so I can see how we got to where we are in this book!

Evie is a high-priced courtesan…dating billionaires in order to “fix what broke them” and leave them healed and happy. She is an empath and the job is perfectly fitting with her abilities. Also, she needs the money in order to care for her mother and sister. She appears to have the perfect life. Money, men, the perfect boyfriend, a job she loves, great friends…but there is always another side to every story. Evie has a stalker and also a past that has come back in a big way.

This book has it all. Great characters. Beautiful settings. Lots of sexy bits. An intriguing story that is very well written, with a cliff hanger ending that leaves you needing the next book! I loved Wyatt and Easton…two brothers who would do anything for each other and who pull Evie back into their lives after years apart due to a horrible tragedy in their past. They will leave you with all sorts of feelings! Definitely looking forward to finding out what comes next!

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Lillie (Maggie Trilogy Series Book 3) by Mya O’Malley – Review by Michelle King

Lillie (Maggie Trilogy Series Book 3)Lillie by Mya O’Malley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was most definitely my favorite book in this series! The characters (um…spirits…) in this book were so easy to feel a connection with. The story pulls you in and keeps you on the edge of your seat from the first page to the last. I truly felt emotionally involved in Lillie’s life, and the other characters as well. You finally understand Naomi’s need to help the spirits that keep invading her life. But is it worth the risk of losing everything? Naomi and Bryce both have made so many sacrifices in their relationship. Will this latest quest be what finally breaks them? Or can they survive by leaning on each other’s strengths? There are quite a few twists and turns in this book that I certainly did not see coming! If you love a good ghost story, then this one is for you!

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The Fat Girl’s Guide to Loving Your Body by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Michelle King

The Fat Girl's Guide to Loving Your BodyThe Fat Girl’s Guide to Loving Your Body by K.L. Montgomery
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book might be titled “The Fat Girls Guide…” but this book is for everyone! I think that everyone has probably had or has issues with their bodies. It’s so easy to hate things about yourself and this book will help you learn to love yourself, both inside and out! I’m not normally a self-help book reader, but this is a must read! I’m so glad I picked this one up. It definitely resonated with me, not only with the way I see myself, but in the ways I’ve thought about others as well. Do you judge others based on what they look like or what size they are? Read this. Hopefully it will give you an understanding of what you are doing, not only to yourself, but to others as well.

The journaling you are asked to do throughout this book may be a struggle for many. I mean, who really wants to take a hard close look at themselves and put into writing what you love and don’t love about your body? Do it! It really does help and will create a more body positive image of yourself. You’ll see just how great you really are!

Overall, this is honestly a super fun book! The author is so conversational and real, it feels like you’re sitting down and having a conversation with your best girlfriend! I devoured this book in hours and can’t wait to read it again. And I’m looking forward to the daily affirmations…365 days of them! Yes, this book is meant to be used over a years’ time. I think my attitude toward myself will take a huge directional change over the next year thanks to this author. This book is needed and a must read for all!

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Naomi (Maggie Trilogy Book 2) by Mya O’Malley – Review by Michelle King

NaomiNaomi by Mya O’Malley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Poor Naomi! This girl just can’t get a break! First she was haunted by her ex-boyfriend and his old girlfriend. Now she is once again being haunted! Who could it be this time and what could they possibly want from her?

Once again the author takes us into the world of ghosts, secrets, and lies. And we are tasked with following along and trying to figure out the puzzle along with the characters. There are twists and turns that will definitely keep you guessing. But through it all, there is an overwhelming sense of love, sincerity, honesty, and friendship that leaves you with the warm and fuzzies!

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Maggie (Maggie Trilogy Book 1) by Mya O’Malley – Review by Michelle King

MaggieMaggie by Mya O’Malley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Naomi just moved in to what should be her dream writing home! An old house sitting on the edge of a cemetery with graves dating back to the 1700s. It’s definitely a paranormal writers dream! Then weird things start happening and she finds that the house and land beyond is haunted by a young lady named Maggie. Naomi decides Maggie’s story is the next thing she’s going to write and finds herself in serious danger as she digs deeper into her investigation.
She finds herself torn between two seemingly perfect men, Ryan and Bryce. Oh, and also has her ex stalking her!

What will she find as she continues to dig? Will she solve the mystery or die trying? This story is filled with mystery and keeps you guessing as to what is going to happen next. There’s a huge plot twist at the end (but I’m proud to say I saw it coming!) This was an interesting read and I’m looking forward to what comes next in this series.

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Renegade (The Mercenaries Series Book 1) by Raven White – Review by Michelle King

Renegade (The Mercenaries #1)Renegade by Raven White
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

In this story, Eliza wins a singing contest/reality show to become the lead singer of a band. One night, after a show, she is attacked and left for dead. Her brother is a police officer and former military and he brings in a member of his former team to act as her body guard once she comes out of her coma. Renegade has to take the assignment. When a brother calls, you answer. He and Eliza have an instant attraction that could cause problems on the case. But he takes his job very seriously and vows to keep her safe while her brother works on finding her attacker.

This story was an interesting read, but for me, I wanted more details. There were things that were really skipped over and left up to you to make assumptions on how things occurred, but I think it was just because it was such a short story. It’s a good beginning to the series and I think it will only get better as the series goes on. The characters had great potential and intriguing personalities. I look forward to learning more about them. You’ve got to love a group of hot alpha military men! And Eliza is a strong, independent woman who knows what she wants and is willing to fight for it.

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Amy’s Santa (Satan’s Devils MC Second Generation #1) by Manda Mellett – Review by Michelle King

Amy's Santa (Satan's Devils MC Second Generation #1)Amy’s Santa by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I’m not sure how this author has slipped by me in the past! I absolutely loved this book and have now found a new favorite MC author! I can’t wait to read more from her…especially since this is a second generation book! Now I will be going back to the beginning and finding out the start of the Satan’s Devils MC. I’m looking forward to reading about the F.O.G.’s from their younger days!

In this story, Amy is returning home to spend Christmas with her family, the Satan’s Devils MC. She is bringing Xander along with her to help her get through it. He has been her rock for 3 months after something terrible happened to her that has left her broken. She is hoping to make it through her time at home without her family finding out what happened. She believes they will think less of her if they find out. Which is just crazy…they’re an outlaw MC for God’s sake!

Wizard is the current president of the MC, and is also the reason Amy left the compound 9 years ago. What will happen when he sees Amy again? Can she keep her secret from not only the club president, but her father and the rest of her family as well? What is Wizard’s take on the man Amy brought home with her? So many questions! You’ll find all the answers inside this amazing story!

This is a story of strength, family, love, humor, and support. It shows us the true value of family and friendships. It is a story filled with hope. Hope that nothing is insurmountable if you are surrounded by supportive people who love you and will be by your side no matter what. And yes…it has lots of sexy bits for your reading pleasure! Such a great story that I thoroughly enjoyed! I think you will too!

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A Song to Remember: A Crescent City Wolf Pack Novella (Mystifying Music Book 3) by Carrie Pulkinen – Review by Michelle King

A Song to Remember: A Crescent City Wolf Pack Novella (Mystifying Music Book 3)A Song to Remember: A Crescent City Wolf Pack Novella by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a great story that shows us the power of music….the power of a single song. Shane is a werewolf in a band full of witches. He’s already had his rounds of fame and fortune and found that it wasn’t really for him. He preferred to stay in one place for more than a few days at a time. His current bands mates unfortunately have different aspirations. They want fame and are willing to summon a demon in order to achieve it. Shane wants no part of it and decides to leave the band. That night he meets Bekah. His fate-bound. He plays one song just for her. And that one song will be so important to his future. That night something bad happens and Shane forgets everything….except that one song. Will he remember Bekah? Will she be able to help him find his lost memories? What danger is lurking around the corner?

This was a great short story with a bit of everything within its pages. Music, romance, suspense, witchcraft, black magic, love, loyalty, family. This book has it all. I thoroughly enjoyed this novella and I am looking forward to more from the Crescent City Wolfpack!

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Running In Snow: A Holiday Novella by Renee Regent – Review by Michelle King

Running In Snow, A Holiday NovellaRunning In Snow, A Holiday Novella by Renee Regent
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Running In Snow consists of two short, sweet novellas that I thoroughly enjoyed! It was absolutely perfect for a quick afternoon reading break!

Story One is Noelle’s Promise. This is about a woman who had something bad happen as a child that resulted in her never, ever celebrating Christmas in any way. She avoids all this Christmas cheer like it’s the plague! This year, against her better judgement, she has agreed to spend the holiday with her boyfriend and his family. Can she get through one week without being overwhelmed with tragic memories? Can she get through one week without making these people think she’s completely crazy??? Noelle and Logan are such a great couple!

Story Two is Eve’s Hope. This is about a woman who swears she is cursed and refuses to leave the house on New Year’s Eve and refuses to drive ANYWHERE in the snow! So what is a girl to do when her heater breaks in the middle of a freak Atlanta snowstorm that happens to be on New Year’s Eve??? Head over to the HOT neighbor’s house is what! Will her curse continue or will things change at the stroke of midnight?

Both of these stories were beautifully written and pulled me in. You know it’s a great story when you are completely absorbed in it and can feel an emotional pull to the characters in a book that only takes about an hour to read! These stories will leave you with feelings of hope and happiness which is something we can all use this time of year and always!

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Rule (The Larussio Legacy Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Michelle King

Rule The Larussio Legacy (#1)Rule The Larussio Legacy by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am so excited for this series! And even though this is book one, I highly recommend you read the Torzial Affair series first as this is actually a continuation of that series. In this book we meet the Larussio’s – the family Katarina didn’t know she had until recently. Someone has attempted to murder her parents and her father has named her and her cousin Gio, whom she has never met, as beneficiaries of his living will. They are in charge of seeing her father’s dreams for the family come to fruition.

In finding this out, Gio and his great-uncle travel to New York to meet Katarina and find out if she’s for real or a fake out to get the family’s money. On the flight over, Gio meets Serena and can’t get over the instant attraction he has to her. The thing is, even though the attraction is mutual and HOT, she is terrified of The Family and wants nothing to do with Gio.

As is typical with Mari’s books, this one is full of suspense, twists and turns, romance, sexiness, and lots of action! I loved this book and can’t wait to see where this series takes us next!

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Naughty & Nice (Spicetopia #4) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Michelle King

Naughty & NiceNaughty & Nice by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This might be my favorite Spicetopia book yet! I’ve probably said that about every one of them, but it’s true! They just keep getting better and better! I hope there are more books to come in this series! I have grown to love all the characters and I’m still wondering how I can get an invite to the park!

Christmas and the wedding of the year at Spicetopia. Jolie and Cy are finally tying the knot. They’ve hired an event planner for the park and their wedding will be her first big event! Natalie takes her job very seriously and wants perfection in everything she does. Her focus is solely on the wedding…until the minister arrives! Who knew he would be so HOT???? Micah lives life on the straight and narrow. He has no idea what to expect when he arrives at an adult theme park to officiate Cy and Jolie’s wedding, but it certainly wasn’t the instant attraction to the event planner!

Total opposites, there’s no sane explanation for the feelings between Micah and Natalie, but yet they both feel it! Somehow they have to make it through one week together ignoring this attraction and then they can get back to their normal lives. But it’s Spicetopia! And we all know naughty things tend to happen there!

This one made me think differently about a lot of things in life. Hopefully it will open the minds of others as well when they read Micah and Natalie’s story! Great job by Phoebe Alexander! Superbly written as always! 5 stars for Naughty and Nice and the entire Spicetopia series!

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Hula Girl by Lara Ward Cosio – Review by Michelle King

Hula GirlHula Girl by Lara Ward Cosio
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was such a great book! Ava Ruiz is a perfectionist. She is an attorney who regularly works 16 hour days 6 days a week. She has worked hard to get where she is and constantly has to prove herself in a world where women are generally at a disadvantage. She makes one little mistake at work and is forced into a (much needed but not wanted) vacation. She is in Maui going stir crazy wanting to check on things at work and decides to drive into town to pick up a laptop. On the way a crazy stray chicken runs her off the road. That’s when she meets the hot as hell beach bum Ford. Ava forgets all about work and decides to take Ford up on his invitation to meet up later that day. And so the vacation fling begins!

What happens in Maui stays in Maui…until it doesn’t! While you will fall in love with Ava and Ford while they are in Maui, just wait until you get to the twists and turns that have them face to face again in the real world! This is an emotionally charged, super fun, super hot read that will make you jealous as can be! I definitely found a new book boyfriend in Ford! I recommend this 5-star read! It’s one you’ll want to read over and over again!

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Hidden Obsession (An Alliance Agency Novel Book 2) by Maddie Wade & India Kells – Review by Michelle King

Hidden Obsession (An Alliance Agency Novel #2)Hidden Obsession by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I can’t even tell you how in love with this series I am! Cleo and Mason are fantastically written and I just can’t get enough of them! Cleo is the violet haired, beautiful receptionist for the Alliance Agency and Mason Bentley is one of their sexy, smoking hot lead agents. There was an instant attraction between these two from the moment they laid eyes on each other. Cleo is adamant that she won’t get involved with anyone she works with but Mason is determined to break her down. When a stalker shows up in her life, Mason takes the lead on her case and is determined to keep her safe, but will he be able to when she isn’t telling him everything about her past? Some secrets aren’t meant to be kept and could get you killed if you don’t share them. Will Cleo be able to open up to Mason without changing his opinion of her for the worst? Is she willing to find out or should she just run?

As all of the books in this series has been… Hidden Obsession if full of action, suspense, emotion, and romance. It is superbly well written with a great plot, fantastic characters that you’ll instantly fall in love with, and a story line that will keep you on the edge of your seat. While each book can be read as a standalone, I highly recommend reading the series in order. Go ahead, start from the beginning! I’m sure you’ll love this series just as much as I do!

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